Hôtel Jacobsen, Centre des patrimoines maritimes
History & Heritage

Hôtel Jacobsen, Centre des patrimoines maritimes

Noirmoutier-en-l'Île · Vendée · Pays de la Loire

The Jacobsen Hotel, Center for Maritime Heritage, is a local history museum located in Noirmoutier-en-l'Île, in Vendée. Situated on an island in the Atlantic connected to the mainland by the Gois passage and a bridge, it is part of a territory marked by its salt marshes, coastal landscapes, and maritime heritage. The center documents and preserves the heritage linked to the maritime activities and traditions of the island of Noirmoutier and its four municipalities. Nestled in a unique natural environment, it contributes to the understanding of local history and the relationships maintained between the population and the sea. This museum is aimed at visitors wishing to discover the cultural and economic heritage of this island territory.

Practical information

Address

Rue Saint-Louis

Phone number

+33 2 51 68 48 89

Official website

cdc-iledenoirmoutier.com

Getting there

Nearest station

Pornic, 17 km away. A car or taxi is essential.

Parking

On-site parking.

Reference city

90 min by car from Saint-Nazaire.

Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026

Galleries nearby: Galerie Georges Bessière (66 m), Galerie d'art Florence B (166 m), Galerie Gus'arts Wissalzer (412 m).

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